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Public sector leaders in federal civilian agencies face challenges with organizational complexity and operational requirements, which require innovative tactics to support success.  

From climate change to aging infrastructure and more, federal civilian leaders need effective measures for sprawling issues in both the near and long terms. Remaining nimble while adhering to an array of policies and processes can also present many obstacles.  

BDO offers the perspective gained from decades of experience supporting diverse federal civilian agencies. Our public sector consultants deliver strategies enhanced by their real-world understanding of the domain and geographies in which our clients operate.  

We are trusted advisors who take an agile and flexible approach to providing effective recommendations backed by the technical capabilities of a large accounting firm. Our approach is tailored to fit each client’s needs, and we have a longstanding track record of delivering scalable services to Cabinet-level and independent federal agencies.

How BDO Can Help

Explore new possibilities and address challenges with strategies designed for federal civilian services.

  • Identify Organizational Risks

    Identifying organizational risks and addressing gaps with policies, processes and frameworks for risk management.

  • Enhance Financial Management

    Supporting innovative finance capabilities that use data and technology to enhance operations and help optimize processes.

  • Implement Technology

    Advancing digital maturity beyond legacy systems, uncovering operational efficiencies and enhancing the integration of technology.

  • Unlock Data Insights

    Using data to produce insights that can improve decision-making and help accomplish key objectives across the agency.

  • Assess Process Operations

    Assessing processes and operations to help improve efficiency and minimize excess costs while supporting change management.

  • Prepare For Audits

    Preparing for financial statement auditability and addressing impediments through the implementation of policies and practices.

  • Identify Organizational Risks

    Identifying organizational risks and addressing gaps with policies, processes and frameworks for risk management.

  • Enhance Financial Management

    Supporting innovative finance capabilities that use data and technology to enhance operations and help optimize processes.

  • Implement Technology

    Advancing digital maturity beyond legacy systems, uncovering operational efficiencies and enhancing the integration of technology.

  • Unlock Data Insights

    Using data to produce insights that can improve decision-making and help accomplish key objectives across the agency.

  • Assess Process Operations

    Assessing processes and operations to help improve efficiency and minimize excess costs while supporting change management.

  • Prepare For Audits

    Preparing for financial statement auditability and addressing impediments through the implementation of policies and practices.

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Financing Resilient Infrastructure: Managing Risk, Debt, and Climate Accountability

August 11, 2026
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Financing Resilient Infrastructure: Managing Risk, Debt, and Climate Accountability

August 11, 2026

Resilient infrastructure depends on smart financing and clear accountability. Explore how risk, debt, and climate expectations are shaping investment decisions.

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Hurricane Katrina: Complex Recovery at an Unprecedented Scale

August 3, 2026
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Hurricane Katrina: Complex Recovery at an Unprecedented Scale

August 3, 2026

Hurricane Katrina recovery required coordination at an extraordinary scale. Explore how complex recovery efforts were managed across funding, operations, and long-term rebuilding needs.

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Interchangeability Provisions for CDBG-DR and CDBG-MIT Funds

July 29, 2026
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Interchangeability Provisions for CDBG-DR and CDBG-MIT Funds

July 29, 2026

Managing multiple CDBG-DR or CDBG-MIT grants? See how HUD’s interchangeability guidance can offer more flexibility across qualifying disasters.

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OMB’s Proposed Revision of the Uniform Guidance Draws Massive Public Response

July 24, 2026
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OMB’s Proposed Revision of the Uniform Guidance Draws Massive Public Response

July 24, 2026

OMB’s proposed Uniform Guidance rewrite drew more than 49,000 comments, signaling broad concern across the federal awards lifecycle. See why the proposal is drawing so much attention.

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Volunteers in CDBG-DR: Managing Labor Compliance

July 14, 2026
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Volunteers in CDBG-DR: Managing Labor Compliance

July 14, 2026

Managing volunteer labor in CDBG-DR programs requires careful attention to compliance. Learn what organizations should know to support recovery efforts while meeting labor requirements.

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The Uniform Guidance Proposal: What We’re Hearing, What’s Next, and Why Your Voice Matters

July 1, 2026
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The Uniform Guidance Proposal: What We’re Hearing, What’s Next, and Why Your Voice Matters

July 1, 2026

Read the latest insight on OMB’s proposed Uniform Guidance updates, key stakeholder reactions, and what to know before the July 13, 2026 comment deadline.

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Addressing Fraud, Waste, and Abuse in Federally Funded Programs

June 16, 2026
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Addressing Fraud, Waste, and Abuse in Federally Funded Programs

June 16, 2026

Federally funded programs face ongoing fraud, waste, and abuse risks. Explore practical steps to strengthen oversight, accountability, and program integrity.

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The Modern Public Finance Workforce: Developing Future-Ready Talent

June 15, 2026
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The Modern Public Finance Workforce: Developing Future-Ready Talent

June 15, 2026

Public finance teams are feeling the impact of lost institutional knowledge. Explore how workforce changes are reshaping daily operations across government finance offices.

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OMB Proposes Significant Revisions to the Uniform Guidance: What Federal Funding Recipients Need to Know

June 8, 2026
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OMB Proposes Significant Revisions to the Uniform Guidance: What Federal Funding Recipients Need to Know

June 8, 2026

OMB’s proposed 2026 Uniform Guidance changes could reshape federal grants management. Find out what the draft rule may mean for organizations receiving federal funding.

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Section 3 in HUD Programs

June 5, 2026
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Section 3 in HUD Programs

June 5, 2026

Section 3 requirements can shape hiring, contracting, and compliance in HUD programs. Learn what organizations should know to support program administration.

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Monitoring Federal Awards: Design and Oversight Considerations

May 7, 2026
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Monitoring Federal Awards: Design and Oversight Considerations

May 7, 2026

Effective monitoring is central to federal award oversight, helping recipients manage risk, document compliance, and track subrecipient performance. Explore key design and oversight considerations for building a monitoring framework that fits your program.

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AI in the Public Sector: How Automation Is Transforming Government Finance

May 4, 2026
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AI in the Public Sector: How Automation Is Transforming Government Finance

May 4, 2026

State and local finance teams face rising demands, tight resources, and outdated systems. AI and automation can improve insight, forecasting, and efficiency. Learn how governments can adopt these tools responsibly.

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Medicaid Cost Report Oversight: A Focus on Fraud, Waste, and Abuse

April 30, 2026
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Medicaid Cost Report Oversight: A Focus on Fraud, Waste, and Abuse

April 30, 2026

See why Medicaid cost report oversight matters as spending and scrutiny rise—and how stronger design, documentation, and monitoring can help protect program integrity.

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2026 State of the Union: What State and Local Governments Should Be Preparing For

April 1, 2026
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2026 State of the Union: What State and Local Governments Should Be Preparing For

April 1, 2026

President Trump’s 2026 State of the Union signaled priorities that could affect state and local government funding, regulation, and oversight. Explore key themes, watch items, and planning steps for public finance leaders.

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Informing Federal Funding Recipients About GSA’s Proposed SAM.gov Certification Updates

March 25, 2026
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Informing Federal Funding Recipients About GSA’s Proposed SAM.gov Certification Updates

March 25, 2026

A new GSA proposal would revise SAM.gov financial assistance certifications—attestations that can affect eligibility, awards, and later compliance reviews. Comments are due March 30, 2026, so recipients should assess governance and risk impacts now.

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